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Denny's

Late Night Cook

Duarte, CA · On-site

$14.75 - $19.75/hr

DENNY'S LATE NIGHT COOK POSITION You do more than follow a recipe. A lot more. Because the food you create could be a mood-changer. Maybe even a day changer. Something delicious that ignites our ...

Franchisee

Late Night Cook

Antioch, CA · On-site

$15.75 - $21.25/hr

DENNY'S LATE NIGHT COOK POSITION You do more than follow a recipe. A lot more. Because the food you create could be a mood-changer. Maybe even a day changer. Something delicious that ignites our ...

Denny's

Late Night Cook

Tustin, CA · On-site

$15.50 - $20.75/hr

DENNY'S LATE NIGHT COOK POSITION You do more than follow a recipe. A lot more. Because the food you create could be a mood-changer. Maybe even a day changer. Something delicious that ignites our ...

Denny's

Late Night Cook

Hayward, CA · On-site

$16.25 - $21.75/hr

DENNY'S LATE NIGHT COOK POSITION You do more than follow a recipe. A lot more. Because the food you create could be a mood-changer. Maybe even a day changer. Something delicious that ignites our ...

Denny's

Late Night Cook

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$15 - $20.25/hr

DENNY'S LATE NIGHT COOK POSITION You do more than follow a recipe. A lot more. Because the food you create could be a mood-changer. Maybe even a day changer. Something delicious that ignites our ...

Franchisee

Late Night Cook

San Jose, CA · On-site

$16.50 - $22/hr

DENNY'S LATE NIGHT COOK POSITION You do more than follow a recipe. A lot more. Because the food you create could be a mood-changer. Maybe even a day changer. Something delicious that ignites our ...

Franchisee

Late Night Cook

Rowland Heights, CA · On-site

$13.75 - $18.50/hr

DENNY'S LATE NIGHT COOK POSITION You do more than follow a recipe. A lot more. Because the food you create could be a mood-changer. Maybe even a day changer. Something delicious that ignites our ...

Franchisee

Late Night Cook

Salinas, CA · On-site

$15.50 - $21/hr

DENNY'S LATE NIGHT COOK POSITION You do more than follow a recipe. A lot more. Because the food you create could be a mood-changer. Maybe even a day changer. Something delicious that ignites our ...

Denny's

Late Night Cook

Hawthorne, CA · On-site

$14.25 - $19/hr

DENNY'S LATE NIGHT COOK POSITION You do more than follow a recipe. A lot more. Because the food you create could be a mood-changer. Maybe even a day changer. Something delicious that ignites our ...

Franchisee

Late Night Cook

San Jose, CA · On-site

$15.75 - $21.25/hr

DENNY'S LATE NIGHT COOK POSITION You do more than follow a recipe. A lot more. Because the food you create could be a mood-changer. Maybe even a day changer. Something delicious that ignites our ...

Denny's

Late Night Cook

San Jose, CA · On-site

$17.25 - $23.25/hr

DENNY'S LATE NIGHT COOK POSITION You do more than follow a recipe. A lot more. Because the food you create could be a mood-changer. Maybe even a day changer. Something delicious that ignites our ...

Denny's

Late Night Cook

Monterey, CA · On-site

$15.50 - $20.75/hr

DENNY'S LATE NIGHT COOK POSITION You do more than follow a recipe. A lot more. Because the food you create could be a mood-changer. Maybe even a day changer. Something delicious that ignites our ...

Franchisee

Late Night Cook

Fremont, CA · On-site

$16.50 - $22.25/hr

DENNY'S LATE NIGHT COOK POSITION You do more than follow a recipe. A lot more. Because the food you create could be a mood-changer. Maybe even a day changer. Something delicious that ignites our ...

Franchisee

Late Night Cook

San Jose, CA · On-site

$16.25 - $21.75/hr

DENNY'S LATE NIGHT COOK POSITION You do more than follow a recipe. A lot more. Because the food you create could be a mood-changer. Maybe even a day changer. Something delicious that ignites our ...

Denny's

Late Night Cook

Fremont, CA · On-site

$16.50 - $22.25/hr

DENNY'S LATE NIGHT COOK POSITION You do more than follow a recipe. A lot more. Because the food you create could be a mood-changer. Maybe even a day changer. Something delicious that ignites our ...

Franchisee

Late Night Cook

Tustin, CA · On-site

$15.50 - $20.75/hr

DENNY'S LATE NIGHT COOK POSITION You do more than follow a recipe. A lot more. Because the food you create could be a mood-changer. Maybe even a day changer. Something delicious that ignites our ...

Franchisee

Late Night Cook

Brentwood, CA · On-site

$15.50 - $20.75/hr

DENNY'S LATE NIGHT COOK POSITION You do more than follow a recipe. A lot more. Because the food you create could be a mood-changer. Maybe even a day changer. Something delicious that ignites our ...

Franchisee

Late Night Cook

Torrance, CA · On-site

$14.75 - $19.50/hr

DENNY'S LATE NIGHT COOK POSITION You do more than follow a recipe. A lot more. Because the food you create could be a mood-changer. Maybe even a day changer. Something delicious that ignites our ...

Franchisee

Late Night Cook

Hayward, CA · On-site

$16.25 - $21.75/hr

DENNY'S LATE NIGHT COOK POSITION You do more than follow a recipe. A lot more. Because the food you create could be a mood-changer. Maybe even a day changer. Something delicious that ignites our ...

Denny's

Late Night Cook

Salinas, CA · On-site

$15.50 - $21/hr

DENNY'S LATE NIGHT COOK POSITION You do more than follow a recipe. A lot more. Because the food you create could be a mood-changer. Maybe even a day changer. Something delicious that ignites our ...

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Late Night Cook

Duarte, CA • On-site

Denny's
Food Services and Drinking Places • 10K+ employees
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$14.75 - $19.75/hr

Part-time

Posted 24 days ago

Denny's rating

4.5

Company rating: 4.5 out of 10

Based on 261 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

85th of 89 rated restaurants

Job description

DENNY'S LATE NIGHT COOK POSITION
You do more than follow a recipe. A lot more. Because the food you create could be a mood-changer. Maybe even a day changer. Something delicious that ignites our guests' taste buds just enough to take their minds off their problems - if even for a few minutes. That's why, to you, it's not just about getting it out fast - it's about getting it out right. With an extra dash of passion. Because you're not just cooking - you're feeding people.
A Denny's Cook has a "Guests First' attitude, preparing food to set recipes following brand standards for proper food temperature and presenting it on a great-looking plate, all while maintaining a clean and sanitary work environment. Cooks also:
  • Honors guest requests for special orders
  • Correctly calls the wheel
  • Cleans, completes side work and organizes supplies as required
  • Monitors waste and other food cost controls
  • Willingly assisting other team members without being asked
  • Provides total guest satisfaction

JOB DESCRIPTION
Reporting to the General Manager and Restaurant Manager, the Late Night Cook prepares and presents food to order following Denny's menu and food specifications and timing standards. Adheres to all federal, state, and local safe food handling regulations.
Essential Functions
  • Must be able to lift and carry supplies and equipment up to 50 lbs throughout shift; place items on high and low shelves in store rooms, service areas, walk-in coolers, and freezers
  • Must be able to bend, stoop, reach, wipe, lift and grasp
  • Must have sufficient mobility to move and operate in a confined work area • Must work inside and outside the restaurant
  • Must be able to work with all Denny's menu products
  • Must be able to read tickets, recipes, and product specification
  • Must be able to hear well in a loud environment to respond to employee and guest needs
  • Must meet any state, county, or municipal regulation pertaining to health risk concerns about food handling
  • Must be able to work with potentially hazardous chemicals
  • Must be able to tolerate extreme temperature changes in kitchen and freezer area

Position Qualifications
  • Must be 18 years old or older
  • Must be able to observe and ensure the product is prepared and presented to Denny's Brand Standards
  • Must have basic math skills, including an understanding of units of measure
  • Must meet any state, county or municipal regulation pertaining to health risk concerns about food handling
  • Must be able to pass all required tests and training requirements for the position
  • Must be able to work a flexible schedule, including holidays, nights, and weekends
  • Must possess excellent guest service skills
  • Must be dependable and able to learn basic tasks and follow instructions
  • Must possess reasonable ability to communicate in English both orally and in writing
  • Places a value on diversity and shows respect for others

Physical Requirements - Ability to stand and walk approximately 85%-95% of shift; ability to lift and carry 10-65 lbs; ability to move freely throughout the restaurant; ability to operate restaurant equipment and drive a motor vehicle.
REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION:
The company will make reasonable accommodations to allow a qualified individual with a disability to enjoy equal employment opportunities and to perform the essential functions of the job. This position description should be applied accordingly.

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We are the classic American diner and proud of everything that means. Since 1953, we've served quality food and healthy portions at a fair price. No matter where we are, our light is always on, inviting guests around the world into a place where everyone is welcome. Our Denny's family is our most important asset. We trust, support and respect each other and work together for the greater good. We recognize the contributions of all. "Open" means so much more than just being open 24/7. It means being open to all people, appetites and budgets. It says we're open-minded and open to new ideas. Honest, warm and inviting. "Open" is the way we think and act every hour of every day.

Industry

Food services and drinking places

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Spartanburg, SC, US

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